Project Machinist | Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

HERC - New England
Cambridge, MA
Full-time

Job Description PROJECT MACHINIST , Plasma Science and Fusion Center (PSFC) , to join PSFC's machine shop and fabricate a wide range of components needed to perform research and development in plasma physics and fusion energy.

  • Job Requirements REQUIRED : two-year technical school degree; experience with numerically controlled machine training; ten years of relevant professional experience as a machinist;
  • experience with Master Cam programming CNC lathes and multi-axis milling machines and with the use of horizontal and vertical band saws, belt / disc sanders, rotary grinders, and buffers which are typical in a machine shop;
  • experience working with the materials found in plasma physics and fusion energy, including aluminum, steel, Inconel, copper, molybdenum, tungsten, G10, and or fiber-reinforced plastics;
  • expert level skill with modern machine tools (e.g., the programming of CAM milling machines and lathes) in order to set up, maintain, and operate such machine tools;
  • experience with speeds and feeds and the selection of proper tooling; The ability to work closely with students, researchers, and engineers;
  • R&D background and experience with and ability to fabricate one-off pieces, tooling, and fixtures required for prototype or short-run production cycles;

and the ability to complete tasks with minimal supervision, estimate project schedule and costs, and train and educate more junior machinists.

PREFERRED : experience using wire EDM machines. Job #23879 The position occasionally requires overtime and weekend work to complete time-sensitive jobs.

Resumes should be submitted with a cover letter specifically addressing why you feel qualified for this position. Resumes without an acceptable cover letter will not be considered. 4 / 23 / 24

30+ days ago
Related jobs
Promoted
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
Boston, Massachusetts

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Sloan School of Management at 77 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA invites applications for a Tenure-Track Assistant Professor position in Operations Research and Statistics (OR/Stat) beginning. The MIT Sloan School of Management offers supportive me...

Promoted
Massachusetts Institute of Technology- Koch Institute
Cambridge, Massachusetts

Responsibilities include handling the shipment and transfer of human tissues from patients at a partner hospital to the KI and back to the originating hospital while meeting a tight turnaround schedule, ensuring tissue is transported in appropriate media, and adhering to protection of PHI and all-ap...

Promoted
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Cambridge, Massachusetts

Job #24471-9Subject to change, work may be performed in a hybrid model of at least two days per week in the office. Salary range: $100,000 - $115,000, final salary determined by MIT’s compensation team based on the skills and experience of the person hired. ...

Promoted
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Cambridge, Massachusetts

Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Lab (CSAIL) Alliances, to lead the development and execution of both online and traditional marketing strategies, as well as event management to enhance brand awareness, recruit new members, engage students, and connect with diverse audiences. UX optimiza...

Promoted
Benjamin Franklin Cummings Institute of Technology
Boston, Massachusetts

Are you ready to work at a dynamic institution that believes in higher education with lower obstacles? Benjamin Franklin Cummings Institute of Technology (now known as Franklin Cummings Tech) is a nationally accredited non-profit, technical college serving Eastern Massachusetts and beyond. Franklin ...

HERC - New England
Cambridge, Massachusetts

Job Requirements REQUIRED : high school diploma or its equivalent; exposure to a research lab; proficiency with at least one of following: Python, Julia, MATLAB, or R; excellent debugging skills; experience with GitHub as a tool for code version control, organizing, and publishing software packages;...

Promoted
Massachusetts Clean Energy Center
Boston, Massachusetts

We are committed to incorporating principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice in all aspects of our work in order to promote the equitable distribution of the health and economic benefits of clean energy and support a diverse and inclusive clean energy industry. The IT Seni...

HERC - New England
Cambridge, Massachusetts

Responsibilities include collaborating with the IMES director, key faculty and investigators, administration and finance officer, education director, and events/communications staff to increase the visibility of IMES and establish a thriving community of supporters, including philanthropic and indus...

Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts

BFT Temporary Project Manager Institute of Health Professions / IT-(3293507). Reporting to the Executive Assistant to the Chief Operating Officer - the primary responsibility of the Project Manager is to provide course development initiatives by revising, creating and updating courses, revision of f...

HERC - New England
Cambridge, Massachusetts

PREFERRED : professional experience in higher education; working knowledge of and experience with MIT systems; ability to analyze and create or improve processes/procedures; bachelor's degree in business or HR management; working knowledge of HRIS, applicant tracking, and performance management soft...